How to treat discomfort from infant tonsillitis

Patient's question:

Baby girl, only 7 months old. At first, she said it hurt when she swallowed something. She noticed that her cough was quite severe and accompanied by low fever. Please ask: How to treat pediatric tonsillitis when it's uncomfortable.

Doctor's answer:

If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the child's throat pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be administered. Additionally, if fever is present, antipyretic drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis currently. Surgery is also a feasible option, particularly suitable for children with recurrent episodes. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds that could trigger further inflammation of the tonsils.

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